2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | Q7 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
