2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 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 203 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Smart ForTwo 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. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Smart |
Model | Guara | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1870 mm |