2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto 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.
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 Kia Picanto, 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Kia Picanto 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. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Kia | Panoz |
| Model | Picanto | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
