2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 262 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |