2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (316 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1107 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Panoz | Chevrolet |
Model | Esperante | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 316 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |