2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 955 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Expedition | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
