2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 418 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Panoz | Jaguar |
| Model | Esperante | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
