2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 683 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Panoz | Cadillac |
Model | Esperante | CTS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |