2008 Proton Savvy vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2008 Proton Savvy 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) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Proton Savvy. 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, 2008 Proton Savvy, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Proton Savvy | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Proton | Panoz |
| Model | Savvy | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
