2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 218 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 187 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 (529 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Panoz | Vauxhall |
| Model | Esperante | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
