2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 36 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 569 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Panoz | Jeep |
| Model | Esperante | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
