1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Guara | Q7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |