2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 182 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Ram | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |