2004 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Yukon | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
