2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Guara | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4819 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
