2002 Honda Avancier vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 356 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Avancier | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
