2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 796 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
