2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 6 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 216 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 2010 Lexus IS 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. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Panoz | Lexus |
| Model | Esperante | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 251 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 | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
