2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Acura CSX is newer by 5 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 163 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura CSX weights approximately 73 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, 2008 Acura CSX, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX. 2008 Acura CSX 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. 2008 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Panoz | Acura |
| Model | Esperante | CSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
