2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback 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 151 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Because 2001 Subaru Outback 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, 2001 Subaru Outback 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback. 2001 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Panoz Esperante | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Panoz | Subaru |
Model | Esperante | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |