2005 Panoz Esperante vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Panoz Esperante | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 405 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |