1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (403 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
| Model | Guara | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
