2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (266 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2966 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 | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
