2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 380 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 719 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Panoz | Smart |
Model | Esperante | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 22 L |