2008 Panoz Esperante vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I 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 81 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. 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, 2002 Infiniti I, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I. 2002 Infiniti I 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. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Panoz Esperante | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Panoz | Infiniti |
| Model | Esperante | I |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
