2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante 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 156 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 947 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2006 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Panoz | SsangYong |
| Model | Esperante | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
