2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Panoz Esperante and 2006 Volvo S60 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 663 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, 2006 Volvo S60, 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) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Panoz | Volvo |
Model | Esperante | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |