1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 604 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1992 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 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Pantera | Carnival |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |