2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |