2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |