2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae, 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Xanae | Guara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
