2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 162 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Panoz | Kia |
Model | Esperante | Capital |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |