2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante. 2011 GMC Sierra 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. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Panoz | GMC |
Model | Esperante | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |