2003 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
Model | XK | Esperante |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |