2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2003 Pontiac G6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante 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 31 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac G6. (286 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2003 Pontiac G6, 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) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6. 2003 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz Esperante | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Panoz | Pontiac |
| Model | Esperante | G6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
