2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Guara | Sagaris |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |