2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Opel | Panoz |
| Model | Astra | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
