2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort 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 173 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 82 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Ford Escort | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
