2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | C5 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
