2000 Volvo S70 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S70 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Volvo | Panoz |
| Model | S70 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
