1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. 1998 Chrysler Chronos has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chrysler Chronos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Chronos | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2700 mm |
