2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz AIV weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Tahoe | AIV |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |