1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 499 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1995 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Sedona |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |