2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. 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 187 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Panoz | Renault |
Model | Esperante | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |