1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 13 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Pantera | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
