1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 8 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 207 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Guara | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
