2009 Audi A6 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A6 | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |