1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 17 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Guara | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
