2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 513 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX. 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Guara | FX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |