1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
