2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 7 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Panoz | Audi |
| Model | Esperante | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 525 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
