2008 Nissan Livina vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Nissan Livina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2003 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Livina | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Livina | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
