2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2001 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Enclave | Guara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
