1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Xedos |
| Model | Guara | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
