2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 61 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Silverado | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
