2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Sierra | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
