2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 6 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 137 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 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, 2012 Peugeot 4007 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | Esperante | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
