2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Panoz AIV. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2002 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2002 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Titan | AIV |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |