2000 Infiniti I vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Infiniti | Panoz |
| Model | I | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
