2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 (450 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz Esperante. 2009 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | Q5 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
