2001 Honda Passport vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Passport would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Passport.
Because 2008 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport. 2001 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Passport | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Passport | Esperante |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |