1999 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Cirrus and 1999 De Tomaso Bigua were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 152 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chrysler Cirrus | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
Model | Cirrus | Bigua |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |