1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 626 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
