2000 Holden Astra vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Holden Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra, 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Astra | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Astra | Esperante |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |