2004 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | S4 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1720 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
