1999 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 304 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Terrano II | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Terrano II | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
