2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Guara | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2835 mm |