2009 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
| Model | G | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 59 L |
