2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai H100 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
Model | H100 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2607 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |