2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
