2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS. 2004 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lincoln | Panoz |
Model | LS | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |