2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 De Tomaso Guara and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3220 mm |