2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 7 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 177 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 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 2004 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
Model | Guara | i30 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |