2008 Renault Thalia vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Thalia | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Renault | Panoz |
| Model | Thalia | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 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 | 1000 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
