2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Ranger | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
