2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Fiat Multipla

To start off, 2010 Fiat Multipla is newer by 4 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 203 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Fiat Multipla, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Multipla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Panoz Esperante 2010 Fiat Multipla
Make Panoz Fiat
Model Esperante Multipla
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4589 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 63 L


 

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