1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Guara | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
