2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | De Tomaso | MG |
| Model | Guara | TF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
