1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | B2500 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |