2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2001 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 465 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz Esperante. 2002 Jaguar XKR 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. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XKR | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
Model | XKR | Esperante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |