2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Citi 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 233 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Citi, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esperante | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
