2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
