2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger 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 173 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
