1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 443 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Pantera | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
