1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 576 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 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 2011 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Xantia | Elise |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 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 | 1488 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |