1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 6 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Guara | S-Type |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |