2006 Audi S4 vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | S4 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
