1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 655 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Pantera | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
