1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 665 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Guara | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |