2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 236 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. 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 Suzuki Ignis, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. 2000 Suzuki Ignis has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 41 L |
