2005 Panoz AIV vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz AIV would be higher. 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 120 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 157 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, 2010 Citroen C4, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Panoz AIV | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Panoz | Citroen |
| Model | AIV | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
