2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (266 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Taurus | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Taurus | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 426 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |