2005 Panoz AIV vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Panoz AIV and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Panoz AIV | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Panoz | Renault |
Model | AIV | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1920 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |