1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Guara | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
