2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti FX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti FX. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti FX. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti FX | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Infiniti | Panoz |
Model | FX | Esperante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |