1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 411 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Panoz Esperante | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |