2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 7 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 235 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. 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, 2010 Tata Indica, 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tata |
| Model | Guara | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
