2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu YRV and 2001 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. 2001 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
Model | YRV | Esperante |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |