2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2, 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
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2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Guara | R2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 56 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |