2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (529 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Durango | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |