1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |