2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 774 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |