2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Sierra | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
