2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 132 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Isuzu | Panoz |
| Model | I-290 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
