2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mini |
| Model | Guara | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
