2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | F-250 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
