2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 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 129 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 168 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
Model | Guara | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |