2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |