2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 MCC ForFour

To start off, both 2004 De Tomaso Guara and 2004 MCC ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 258 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 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 2004 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour, 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2004 De Tomaso Guara 2004 MCC ForFour
Make De Tomaso MCC
Model Guara ForFour
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 942 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1460 mm


 

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