2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 2 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |