1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Rasheen | Esperante |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |