2009 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Because 2009 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6. 2010 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Panoz | Pontiac |
Model | Esperante | G6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |