1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 674 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 (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
Model | Guara | Liberty |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2695 mm |