2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 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 215 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2011 Fiat Doblo, 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Panoz | Fiat |
| Model | Esperante | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
