2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | 156 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
