2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
