2005 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (257 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (350 Nm). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S60 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Volvo | Panoz |
| Model | S60 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
