2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 4 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 241 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Smart |
| Model | Guara | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |
