2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 5 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 509 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
