1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 1105 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1999 De Tomaso Guara 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make De Tomaso Toyota
Model Guara Land Cruiser
Year Released 1999 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 4477 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 2280 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm


 

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