2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 5 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) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
