2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Panoz AIV. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Avalanche | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |