2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (570 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-350 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | F-350 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 570 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |