2010 Geely Ck1 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2010 Geely Ck1. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 447 kg more than 2010 Geely Ck1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Geely Ck1. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Geely Ck1 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Geely | Panoz |
| Model | Ck1 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
