2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Sprinter. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Sprinter | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
