2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 157 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | X3 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |