2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Buick | Panoz |
Model | Rendezvous | Esperante |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |