2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A and 2006 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 167 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | A | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |