1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Guara | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
