2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti QX56. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1005 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2011 Infiniti QX56 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. 2011 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Panoz | Infiniti |
| Model | Esperante | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
