2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1850 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |