2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Saxo, 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Saxo | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | Saxo | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
