2005 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Panoz | Jaguar |
Model | Esperante | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2909 mm |