2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 4 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Panoz | Fiat |
| Model | Esperante | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
