2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 187 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 382 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Panoz | Ford |
| Model | Esperante | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
