2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 6 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 44 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Territory |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
