1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Ram |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
