2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Guara | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |