2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | C3 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 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 | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
