2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | RS6 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| 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 | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
