2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Porsche | Panoz |
Model | Cayenne | Esperante |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |