2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Porsche | Panoz |
| Model | 911 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
