2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 98 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | Esperante | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
