2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 587 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | Allroad | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
