1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 7 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Aygo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |