2004 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Nissan X-Trail | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | X-Trail | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |