2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |