2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
Model | Seville | Esperante |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |