2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Saab 9-7X. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz Esperante. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Panoz | Saab |
| Model | Esperante | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
