2007 Audi S4 vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2003 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2003 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | S4 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 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 |
