2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 146 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 295 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
