1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Terrano | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
