2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2008 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Canyon | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
