2010 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Ram | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Ram | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
