2008 Audi A4 vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2000 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 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2000 De Tomaso Guara
Make Audi De Tomaso
Model A4 Guara
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1984 cc 4601 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 301 HP
Torque 280 Nm 413 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2620 mm


 

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