2006 Audi TT vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT 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 170 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 Audi TT 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, 2006 Audi TT 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | TT | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |