2001 Mazda Roadster vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 120 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Roadster | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | Roadster | Esperante |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |