2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 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 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
