1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 De Tomaso Guara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A4 | Guara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |