2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | GMC | Panoz |
Model | Canyon | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |