2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante

To start off, both 2009 Infiniti FX and 2009 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante.

Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Infiniti FX 2009 Panoz Esperante
Make Infiniti Panoz
Model FX Esperante
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Crossover Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5026 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.7 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 5.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 59 L


 

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