2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 254 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Guara | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
