2000 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 1533 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | R8 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |