2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 13 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 148 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05. 2013 Mazda CX-05 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. 2013 Mazda CX-05 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
