2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2005 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 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis 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. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 De Tomaso Guara 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make De Tomaso Toyota
Model Guara Avensis
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm


 

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