2006 Audi TT vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 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), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | TT | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |