1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 123 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Ford Artic | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Artic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |