2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 204 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Durango | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |