2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 (305 HP) has 228 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 487 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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 (434 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Panoz | Honda |
| Model | Esperante | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
