1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 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), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
