2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lincoln | Panoz |
| Model | Mark LT | AIV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 59 L |
