2005 Panoz Esperante vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150. 1998 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Panoz Esperante | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Panoz | Ford |
| Model | Esperante | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
