2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 949 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90. 2011 Volvo XC90 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. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Guara | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
