1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 921 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1996 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 1996 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Guara | Routan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3078 mm |
