1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
| Model | Sirion | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
