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The Toyota Alphard is a luxury MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota since 2002. It is available in 3 different model lines - Alphard G, Alphard V and Alphard Hybrid. The Alphard is primarily made for the Japanese market.

Prices of New Mahindra Xylo: E2 - 632500.00 E4 - 669500.00 E6 - 732500.00 E8 - 769500.00

Powerful engine, better looks, terribly masculine, and super performance. This is all you can say about the new FZ 1 the successor and brother of the FZ16. The specifications are as follows Displacement 998 cc Maximum power 110.3 kW (150 PS) @11,000 rpm Maximum torque 106.0 Nm (10.8 kg-m) @ 8,000 rpm Transmission system Constant mesh, 6-speed Wet weight 214 kg / ABS: 221 kg

The new CBF stunner from honda has a perfect blend of quality, style and performance. Honda unicorn was a hit in the market after the launch of its sporty version. The smooth engine in unicorn has had quiet an appreciation since its launch. The only downside being the huge size of the vehicle. However this was compesated with the launch of the sporty version. And now its the CBF stunner. Overall look seems good and different. Check out this link for more information.

Starting way back in 2004 the Scuderia Spider has come a long way starting from the Ferrari F430. The scuderia like the F430 can change gears in less than 60 milliseconds. And it comes packed with all the gizmos that the F430 offered. Being 80 kgs lesser than the spider the Scuderia boasts a V8 engine with 512 PS of power. The Scuderia can reach 100kmp/h in less than four seconds with a top speed of 315 kmp/h.

Rossi is an Italian Motorcycle racer and has won several MotoGP championships. He is one of the highest earner in the world of sports with earnings upto $34 million in 2007. And is also a successful motorcycle racers of all time with eight grand prix world championships to this name. In the 2008 MotoGP championship he made use of the Yamaha YZR-M1 superbike. The Yamaha YZR M1 is an 800 cc superbike developed by the Yamaha Motor company. The following are the specifications of the bike Engine type: 4-cylinder, 4-stroke with 16-valve DOHC Displacement: 800 cc Fuel System: Fuel injection Maximum power: 210 bhp Maximum speed: > 320 km/h

The next horse in Suzuki's stable is the Suzuki GS150R. The Suzuki GS150R is a 150cc bike that develops an output of 13.8bhp @ 8500rpm and torque of 13.4Nm @ 6000rpm and is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.

Specifications: Top Speed : 132kmph Displacement: 153 cc Max Power : 14 bhp Max Torque : 13.6 Nm Gears : 5 Manual No. Of Cylinders : 1 Valve per cylinder : 4 Weight : 126 Kg Fuel Tank : 12 Ltrs Colors : Red, Black and Orange Fuel Gauge : Digital And off Course self start too. And the most important Price : 65,000 Rs.

Lamborgini Estoque is a concept car built by Lamborghini. It is a four-door sedan that was introduced at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Estoque is seriously considered for production. It houses a 5.2 litre V10 engine. However this could also be replaced by a V12,V8 or even a hybrid engine. It derives its name from bullfighting. An estoque is a type of sword traditionally used by matadors (bullfighters).

Honda Civic Hybrid has a small 1.3 litre unit when compared to the 1.8 litre i-VTEC gasoline engine. So small engine and lesser fuel. The Civic Hybrid is 30 kg lighter than its conventional petrol engined counterpart and it still means a lower power to weight ratio which translates into more work to be done by the 1339cc. Specifications: Engine : Inline 4,2 valves per cylinder Displacement : 13339cc Max Power : 6000 rpm Max Torque : 4,600 rpm Transmission : CVT Wheelbase : 2700mm Length : 4545mm Width : 1750mm Weight : 1235kg

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This year Yamaha introduced the much-awaited YZF-R15 and it shocked the competition with its brilliant handling and performance that would challenge the likes of the Pulsars and Karizmas. What you see here is the next offering from Yamaha India in the 150cc segment, called the FZ16. Schedules for launch next week the FZ17 will be powered by a single cylinder 4-stroke air-cooled motor.

Specifications: Engine Type : Liquid Cooled V Twin Displacement: 1099cc Bore x Stroke: 104 x 64.7mm Carburation: Marelli/Walbro injection system Max Power: 9750 rpm Max Torque: 8000 rpm Tranmission: 6 speed Fuel Capacity: 18 Litres Weight: 172 kg \ Vertically stacked projectors present the DB7 with an agrressibe stance. Styling is clearly identical to the DB5 with edgy lines and overall compact size. The liquid-cooled V-Twin is borrowed from Ducati albeir with a new injection system from Magneti Marelli and a tunable ECU from Walbro. For the DB7, Bimota reverted back to conventional exhaust position unlike the under-seat layout seen on the DB5 earlier. What you see here is a self-supporting seat unit made out of carbonfibre - no sub-frame. The pillion-seat is for namesake.

For the past two decades there has been an intense rivalry between two great auto giants, Honda and Toyota. And this time between the Honda Civic and the Corolla Altis. The fight between these two vehicles has always been neutral with each one gaining the hot spot alternatively. The Corolla Altis which was launched last week comes about two years after Honda's quantum Civic and it promises to keep the executive segment up to mark in all aspects. The following is the specifications: Engine: Inline 4,4-valves per cylinder Displacement: 1794 cc Bore x Stroke: 79.0 x 91.5 Max Power: 6,000 rpm Max Torque: 4,200 rpm Length: 4,540mm Width: 1,760mm Height: 1,488mm Weight: 1235kg