1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Pantera | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
