2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 12 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 165 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Guara | RIO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
