1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Xantia | Guara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
