1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |