2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Panoz | Mazda |
| Model | Esperante | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1030 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 |
