2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, both vehicles can yield 426 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |
