1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2086 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
