2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (318 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz Esperante. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | CLS | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |