1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 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 160 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Maverick |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |