2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Grand 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |
