1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2896 mm |
