2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1586 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Freestyle | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |