2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Peugeot | Panoz |
Model | 407 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |