1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 174 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Guara | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |