2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara 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 174 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 466 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, 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | C5 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
