1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Guara | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |