1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 214 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz Esperante | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Panoz | Seat |
Model | Esperante | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |