2007 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo 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) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Aygo, 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Aygo | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Toyota | Panoz |
| Model | Aygo | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
