2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2004 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2004 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Guara | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
