2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Equinox | Guara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
