2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 2 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 219 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan.
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, 2008 Renault Logan, 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Renault Logan | |
Make | Panoz | Renault |
Model | Esperante | Logan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |