2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (376 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1179 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 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 | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
