2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Venture |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |