1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz Esperante | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
