1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 17 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 46 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (304 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX. 2013 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
Model | Pantera | SRX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2807 mm |