2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 De Tomaso Pantera and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Renault Megane, 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) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (106 Nm). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Pantera | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
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 |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |