2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 130 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Panoz | Rover |
Model | Esperante | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |