2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | Tribute | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
