2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 134 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 307 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |