2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 817 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Tundra (544 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
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 | 305 HP | 376 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |