2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 13 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2000 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1516 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Panoz Esperante. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Panoz | Cadillac |
Model | Esperante | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |