2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Guara | Retona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
