2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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 (570 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
