2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 8 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1697 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 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 Hummer H2 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. 2009 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hummer |
| Model | Guara | H2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
