1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 349 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Guara | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 402 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |