2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 8 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 232 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Tata Indica, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Panoz | Tata |
| Model | Esperante | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
