2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol 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 241 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol.
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, 2009 Renault Symbol, 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) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 16.5 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 | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
