1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Citroen | Panoz |
Model | Xsara | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |