2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz Esperante | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Panoz | Saturn |
| Model | Esperante | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
