2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Saturn | Panoz |
| Model | Relay | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
