2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2005 Volvo S80, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz Esperante | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Panoz | Volvo |
Model | Esperante | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |