2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. 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 240 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
