1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 10 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 141 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2009 Kia Sedona, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona. 2009 Kia Sedona 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. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Sedona |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |