2009 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Accord | AIV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
