2008 Audi TT vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi TT 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 Audi TT 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, 2008 Audi TT 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | TT | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
