2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Silverado | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |