2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 137 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Laguna 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. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
