1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Econoline | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
