2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2004 Pontiac G6 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) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac G6. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 355 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 Pontiac G6, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac G6. 2004 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
| Model | Guara | G6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
