2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |