2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 287 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Saturn | Panoz |
Model | Vue | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |