1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Guara | Captiva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |