2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2004 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.

Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2004 Panoz Esperante
Make Chrysler Panoz
Model Grand Voyager Esperante
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 420 HP
Torque 310 Nm 529 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 59 L


 

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