2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO will offer significantly more control. 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Panoz | Dodge |
| Model | Esperante | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
