2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 4 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (254 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Panoz | Pontiac |
| Model | Esperante | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
