2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
Model | Crossfire | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 426 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |