2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango. 2006 Dodge Durango 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. 2006 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3700 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
