2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Express | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |