2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 1 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 948 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | SSR | Guara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |