2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 1 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 177 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 580 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Voyager | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
