2005 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Panoz | Honda |
Model | Esperante | Stream |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |