2004 Opel Signum vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum.

Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Signum 2009 Panoz Esperante
Make Opel Panoz
Model Signum Esperante
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 59 L


 

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