1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 431 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Guara | XK |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |