2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Panoz | Audi |
| Model | Esperante | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
