1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 453 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Patrol | Esperante |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |