2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 192 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Panoz | Seat |
Model | Esperante | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |