1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Panoz | Kia |
| Model | Esperante | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 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 | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
