2004 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Suzuki Baleno | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Suzuki | Panoz |
Model | Baleno | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |