2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (280 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200, 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200. 2012 Chrysler 200 has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Panoz | Chrysler |
Model | Esperante | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |