1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40, 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Guara | S40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
