1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 690 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Guara | Korando |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |