2006 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Because 2007 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Primera | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
