1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 2003 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
