2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | RunX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |