2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1585 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 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. 2010 Nissan Patrol 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. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Patrol |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3075 mm |