2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1998 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 1998 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | C5 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
