1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Ram | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
