2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz Esperante. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |
