1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, both 1996 Citroen Saxo and 1996 De Tomaso Guara were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
Model | Saxo | Guara |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1527 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |