2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. 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 90 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2011 Audi A5, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Guara | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
