2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 De Tomaso Guara and 2005 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |