2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz Esperante. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lincoln | Panoz |
| Model | Navigator | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 59 L |
