2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Opel Signum

To start off, 2004 Opel Signum 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 128 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 360 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 Opel Signum, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2000 De Tomaso Guara 2004 Opel Signum
Make De Tomaso Opel
Model Guara Signum
Year Released 2000 2004
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 413 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2840 mm


 

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