2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (210 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
Model | Crossfire | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |