1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 648 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | XF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
