1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 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 35 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 866 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2775 mm |