2007 Panoz Esperante vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V. 1998 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Panoz Esperante | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Panoz | Honda |
| Model | Esperante | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
