2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 714 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
