2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |