2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 893 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Ram | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
