1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 621 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
