2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 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 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306, 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
| Model | Guara | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
