1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1994 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 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Pantera | Croma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |