2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Guara | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 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 | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2916 mm |
