2007 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A6 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
