2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 90 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Guara | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |