2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2004 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2004 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Guara | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
