2001 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2001 Honda Odyssey 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 700 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2001 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey 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. 2001 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Odyssey | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
