2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
Model | Sonata | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |