2002 Ford Tonka 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 Tonka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Tonka would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz Esperante. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Tonka | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2700 mm |
