2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | Esperante | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
