2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Civic | AIV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
