1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
