1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 454 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Xantia | Exige |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
