1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Ranger |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |