2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
