2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 6 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 133 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2002 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 2002 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Guara | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
