2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 163 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Accord | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 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 | 1484 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |