2001 Audi TT vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT 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 85 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi TT | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | TT | Esperante |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |