2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion 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 174 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion. 2002 Toyota Allion 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. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Allion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |