2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2011 Audi TT 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 TT 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2011 Audi TT 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. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Panoz | Audi |
| Model | Esperante | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
