2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Guara | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |