1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1998 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 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz Esperante | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |