2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 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 189 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2000 Citroen C5, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | C5 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
