1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Guara | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
