2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206, 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz Esperante | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 206 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |