2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 579 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Colorado | Guara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |
