1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Guara | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
