2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1416 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Hummer | Panoz |
| Model | H2 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 59 L |
