2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Toyota | Panoz |
| Model | Hilux | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
