1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2005 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Pantera | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |