1998 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Ram | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
