2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (252 Nm). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |