2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 130 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
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 Opel Vectra, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra. 2008 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
