2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 10 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 105 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 262 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 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 2002 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima, 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima. 2012 Kia Optima 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. 2012 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Optima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2797 mm |