1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Patrol |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |