2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 526 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
Model | STS | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |