2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
| Model | Tucson | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
