2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | E-250 | AIV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |