1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2007 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, 2007 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 De Tomaso Guara 2007 Nissan Murano
Make De Tomaso Nissan
Model Guara Murano
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 231 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2830 mm


 

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