2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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 146 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Panoz | Subaru |
Model | Esperante | Outback |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |