2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 633 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave. 2012 Buick Enclave 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. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Panoz | Buick |
Model | Esperante | Enclave |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |