2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Guara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
