2005 Panoz AIV vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 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 94 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Panoz AIV | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Panoz | Mazda |
| Model | AIV | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
