2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 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 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
