2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 94 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 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 2005 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Mondeo | Esperante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |