2007 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Panoz Esperante 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 (305 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa.
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, 2008 Daewoo Tocsa, 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 (434 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa 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. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Panoz | Daewoo |
| Model | Esperante | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
