1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Guara | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
