1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 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 122 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 691 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Guara | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
