2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 89 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |