1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2, 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Panoz | Mazda |
| Model | Esperante | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
