2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. 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 187 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 651 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Guara | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
