2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1126 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | GMC | Panoz |
Model | Sierra | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 59 L |