1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 336 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |
