1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Panoz Esperante. 2011 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Panoz | Lincoln |
Model | Esperante | Navigator |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 127 L |