2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2000 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
