2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |