2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | RX-8 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1487 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |