2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Ranger | AIV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
