2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 694 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2007 GMC Canyon 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. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Guara | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
