2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace 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 130 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 150 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 Renault Espace, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Panoz | Renault |
Model | Esperante | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |