1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 835 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Pilot |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |