1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 11 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
| Model | Guara | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
