1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Armada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
