2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2003 De Tomaso Guara and 2003 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2, 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Guara | 2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |