1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 473 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | XM | Exige |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2299 mm |