2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 4 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Guara | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2940 mm |
