1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKR is newer by 5 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. Both 1995 De Tomaso Guara and 2000 Jaguar XKR are equipped with a 3,982 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 2000 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | XKR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
