1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 13 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | E-250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |