2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 961 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Colorado | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |