2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 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 2002 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | C5 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
