2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
