1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 15 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) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Pantera | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
