1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 2009 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 107 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante 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 263 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 107. 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, 2009 Peugeot 107, 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 107. (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz Esperante | 2009 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | Esperante | 107 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
