1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 944 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Durango |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |