2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | R8 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
