2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 223 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |