1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 156 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Because 1986 Lotus Excel 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 1986 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Xantia | Excel |
Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |