2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 11 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) has 108 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
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2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Guara | A3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 413 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |