2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G8. (414 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8. 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2009 Pontiac G8 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. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Panoz | Pontiac |
| Model | Esperante | G8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
