2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Guara | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1441 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |