2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo 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 242 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo.
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 Twingo, 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
