1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 13 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 184 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 130 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
