1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 790 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Econoline | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |