1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 768 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX. 2013 Infiniti FX 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Guara | FX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |