2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna, 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
