1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 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 65 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 727 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Guara | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
