2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
