1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 14 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 5 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5. 2013 BMW X5 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. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Guara | X5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |