2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 339 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
| Model | Tucson | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
