1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Caravan | Esperante |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |