1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |