1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Panoz | Ford |
| Model | Esperante | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
