2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V 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 188 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | HR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |