2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2004 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Freestar | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
