2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 9 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 175 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | C2 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
