2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A6 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
