2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 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 164 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Guara | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |