2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Pantera 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |