2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1078 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Sierra | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| 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 | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 59 L |
