2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 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 167 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
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, 2012 Holden Cruze, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Panoz | Holden |
| Model | Esperante | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
