2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2001 Mitsubishi SUW

To start off, both 2001 De Tomaso Guara and 2001 Mitsubishi SUW were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 181 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi SUW. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi SUW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi SUW weights approximately 699 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2001 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi SUW, 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi SUW. (240 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi SUW. 2001 Mitsubishi SUW has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi SUW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 De Tomaso Guara 2001 Mitsubishi SUW
Make De Tomaso Mitsubishi
Model Guara SUW
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1097 cc
Horse Power 301 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 413 Nm 240 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1206 kg 1905 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm


 

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