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 269 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 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 511 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). 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 | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 57 L |
