1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane 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 175 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
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, 1997 Renault Safrane, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane. 1997 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1998 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1998 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz Esperante | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Panoz | Renault |
Model | Esperante | Safrane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |