2001 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura Integra | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Acura | Panoz |
Model | Integra | Esperante |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 570 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |