2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | F-350 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 59 L |
