2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |