1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 9 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 153 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 372 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
