2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos, 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Kalos | Guara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
