1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 528 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |