1999 Ford Puma 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 Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma 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 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Puma | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Puma | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |