2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 391 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | C5 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
