2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 48 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esperante | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
