1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Maverick | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
