2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.

Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan X-Trail 2006 Panoz Esperante
Make Nissan Panoz
Model X-Trail Esperante
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2184 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 59 L


 

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