2010 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2007 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima. 2010 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Maxima | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Maxima | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
