2005 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Dion | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
Model | Dion | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |