2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 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 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Guara | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |