2005 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A4 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
