2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (257 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70.
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 Volvo V70, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Panoz | Volvo |
Model | Esperante | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |