2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Marcos TS500

To start off, both 2003 Citroen C2 and 2003 Marcos TS500 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Marcos TS500 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 2003 Marcos TS500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2, 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Citroen C2 2003 Marcos TS500
Make Citroen Marcos
Model C2 TS500
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 58 HP 321 HP
Torque 110 Nm 475 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 936 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2300 mm


 

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