2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Subaru | Panoz |
| Model | Impreza | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
