2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | A4 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |