2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 3 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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, 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 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 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Hummer | Panoz |
| Model | H2 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 59 L |
