2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C5 and 2000 De Tomaso Guara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 118 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, 2000 Citroen C5, 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
Model | C5 | Guara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |