2012 Nissan Cube vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube.

Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Nissan Cube 2008 Panoz Esperante
Make Nissan Panoz
Model Cube Esperante
Year Released 2012 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1800 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type CVT Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4001 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1694 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1651 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 59 L


 

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