2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 13 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 121 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2013 GMC Terrain, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Guara | Terrain |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2857 mm |