2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 9 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. Both 2002 De Tomaso Guara and 2011 Lexus GX are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. 2011 Lexus GX 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. 2011 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Guara | GX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
