2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alfa Romeo 156 2007 Panoz Esperante
Make Alfa Romeo Panoz
Model 156 Esperante
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.8:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 59 L


 

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