2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | B4000 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
