2008 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Raider | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
