2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
| Model | XJ | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
