2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2874 mm |