2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | A4 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |