2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 685 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |