2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 961 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz AIV. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1998 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1998 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Yukon | AIV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 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 | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
