1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (362 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Stagea | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2568 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
