1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 507 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Panoz |
| Model | Lupo | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
