1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 10 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 164 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 167 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, 2007 Peugeot 207, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 2007 Peugeot 207 has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 207 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
Model | Guara | 207 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |