2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. (382 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 567 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Panoz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Esperante | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
