1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 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 168 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 748 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Pantera | Carnival |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |