2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 12 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Colorado | Guara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
