2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL, 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Acura | Panoz |
Model | TL | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |