1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2035 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 2002 Ford Excursion 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. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 475 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 | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
