2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1956 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |