2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 694 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
