1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 144 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 589 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |