1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz Esperante | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Panoz | Volvo |
Model | Esperante | S60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |