2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | E | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |