1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Guara | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
