2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 744 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 99 L |