2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 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 116 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Guara | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
