2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 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 197 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206.
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, 2000 Peugeot 206, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206. 2000 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | Esperante | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
