2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Panoz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esperante | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |