2010 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Titan | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Titan | Esperante |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |