1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Guara | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
