2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |
