1999 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 341 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Escort | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
