2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A6 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
