2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 9 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 113 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2000 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2000 De Tomaso Guara
Make Chevrolet De Tomaso
Model Nubira Guara
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1598 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 413 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2620 mm


 

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