2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Pilot | AIV |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 59 L |