2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 978 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |