2007 Saturn Vue vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue. 2007 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Vue | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Saturn | Panoz |
| Model | Vue | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
