2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 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. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Panoz | Audi |
| Model | Esperante | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
