2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 28 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |