2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2001 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 2001 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz Esperante. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Panoz Esperante | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 607 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |