2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 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 179 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 807 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |