2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Panoz | Chevrolet |
| Model | Esperante | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 420 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
