2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage 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 224 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Pantera | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |