1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 13 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 202 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 147 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |