1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 788 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
