1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Dakota | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |