1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 498 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
