2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 187 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Panoz | SsangYong |
Model | Esperante | Musso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |