2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC 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 196 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Panoz | Saturn |
| Model | Esperante | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
