1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 783 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 Lotus Elise 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 1996 Lotus Elise. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Xantia | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |