2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | Esperante | 306 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
