2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Hardbody | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1270 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
