2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 393 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Panoz | Tata |
| Model | Esperante | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
