2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 8 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. Both 2002 De Tomaso Guara and 2010 Cadillac STS are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 612 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 De Tomaso Guara. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
Model | Guara | STS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2957 mm |