2004 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (401 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A6 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
