2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 525 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |