2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 237 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ranger | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Ranger | Esperante |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |