2004 Saturn Vue vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Vue | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Saturn | Panoz |
| Model | Vue | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
