2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 5 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster. 2008 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2003 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2003 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
Make | De Tomaso | Smart |
Model | Guara | Roadster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |