2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Panoz | Jaguar |
| Model | Esperante | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3157 mm |
