1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 626 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
