1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 332 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 Lotus Esprit 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Xantia | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
