1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 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 108 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Guara | Orlando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |