2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lotus | Panoz |
Model | Exige | AIV |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |