2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 BMW X Activity. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X Activity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | X Activity | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
