2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2004 Panoz Esperante and 2004 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407, 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | Esperante | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
