2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2003 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Express | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |