2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. 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, 2006 Saturn Vue, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz Esperante | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Panoz | Saturn |
Model | Esperante | Vue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |