2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ 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 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 212 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ.
Because 2013 Scion iQ 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 Scion iQ 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Panoz | Scion |
| Model | Esperante | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
