2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 222 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 Toyota Camry, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
