2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
