1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 13 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Guara | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2807 mm |
