2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 491 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | C2 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4589 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
