2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2003 De Tomaso Guara and 2003 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 882 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer. 2003 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2003 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2003 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
