2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 892 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
Model | Terracan | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |