1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 8 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 174 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
