2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
