2003 Lada 2123 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 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 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 228 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lada | Panoz |
| Model | 2123 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
