2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Buick | Panoz |
Model | Rainier | Esperante |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |