2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lada | Panoz |
| Model | 2123 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
