1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Guara | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |