2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 589 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Ram | AIV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
