1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Guara | XC60 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2774 mm |