1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Pantera | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
