2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Panoz | Mazda |
Model | Esperante | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |