2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz AIV weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz AIV. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | E-350 | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |