2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 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 209 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2005 Citroen C8, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | C8 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
