1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Subaru SVX | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Subaru | Panoz |
Model | SVX | Esperante |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |