Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG vs Panoz Esperante
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Panoz Esperante
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMGCLK55 AMG | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CLK55 AMG | Base |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMGCLK55 AMG | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $82,500 (best) | $92,256 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMGCLK55 AMG | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal (best) | 15.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMGCLK55 AMG | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 362 hp (best) | 305 hp |
| Torque | 376 lb-ft (best) | 320 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.4 L (best) | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMGCLK55 AMG | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 8.6 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,960 lbs | 3,279 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in (best) | 106 in |
| Length | 182.6 in (best) | 176.3 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 54.4 in (best) | 53.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMGCLK55 AMG | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG | Panoz Esperante |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CLK55 AMG $82,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $92,256 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Base $98,229 MSRP |
| 3 | — | GT $97,360 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GT $103,040 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GTLM $121,326 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GTLM $128,319 MSRP |