2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | 300 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2620 mm |
