2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
Model | Escalade | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |