2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Panoz Esperante and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 331 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Panoz | Opel |
Model | Esperante | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |