2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 123 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | A4 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |