2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Etude | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | Etude | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4589 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1535 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |