2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos is newer by 3 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) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos 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, 2009 Renault Koleos 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Koleos. 2009 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
