2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 3 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) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2006 Rover 75, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Guara | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
