2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |