2004 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 GMC Savana. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 818 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (448 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Savana | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 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 |
