2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 189 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 394 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
