2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 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 2002 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
| Model | Guara | 406 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
