2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 789 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2896 mm |
