1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
Model | Guara | Vitara |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |