1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 17 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 668 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |