2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante 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) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 307 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Panoz | Pontiac |
| Model | Esperante | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
