2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Panoz Esperante 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 233 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Panda | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 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 | 1050 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
