2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (327 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 998 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Panoz | Chevrolet |
Model | Esperante | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 327 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 498 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |