2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 528 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Guara | XJS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |