1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1681 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
