2002 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus 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 196 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Focus | Esperante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |