2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Ram | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |