1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
