2004 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Samurai | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Suzuki | Panoz |
| Model | Samurai | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
