2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi RS6 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | RS6 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 560 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |