2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
