2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 7 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 268 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 419 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 2010 Daewoo Matiz, 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Panoz | Daewoo |
| Model | Esperante | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| 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 | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
