2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 De Tomaso Guara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A8 | Guara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |