1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 409 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
