2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 494 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Kia | Panoz |
| Model | Sedona | AIV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
