2002 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Crossfire | Guara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
