2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1560 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | C | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4601 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |